Fiber Technician

Job Title: Fiber Technician Job Description Join a collaborative team of 3-4 individuals dedicated to assisting with underground fiber installations. This position involves working on Outside Plant (OSP) projects, installing fiber between two data centers. You will assist underground workers in fiber installation and operation of fiber jetting equipment, monitor gas meters, gather supplies, move equipment, and maintain site cleanliness. The role requires general labor and heavy lifting, making commercial construction experience essential. Telecom and fiber installation experience is a significant advantage. Responsibilities + Assist with underground fiber installations. + Support underground workers with fiber and fiber jetting equipment operations. + Monitor gas meters and gather necessary supplies. + Move and organize equipment around the site. + Maintain site cleanliness. + Perform general labor tasks and engage in heavy lifting. Essential Skills + Experience in commercial construction. + Ability to perform general labor and heavy lifting tasks. + Possession of OSHA 10 certification is beneficial. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Experience in telecom and fiber installation is advantageous. + Ability to operate equipment is a plus. + Close quarter OSHA training is highly beneficial. + Must have reliable transportation and be able to pass a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check. Why Work Here? This role offers the opportunity to learn and enhance technical skills in fiber installation and splicing. Employees benefit from substantial overtime opportunities and the potential for direct hire. Work Environment Work primarily takes place outdoors, often in muddy conditions, exposing employees to various weather elements. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Pataskala, OH. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $25.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:u2022 Medical, dental & visionu2022 Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospitalu2022 401(k) Retirement Plan u2013 Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableu2022 Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)u2022 Short and long-term disabilityu2022 Health Spending Account (HSA)u2022 Transportation benefitsu2022 Employee Assistance Programu2022 Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Pataskala,OH. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Mar 31, 2026. About Aerotek: We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry u2013 from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companiesu2019 construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

Created: 2026-03-23